¹Ery Mulyadi, ²Bonaventura Ngarawula, ³Catur Wahyudi

^1,2,3University of Merdeka Malang, Indonesia

The Development Planning Conference (Musrenbang) is an important stage in the development planning process in Indonesia, where related parties gather to discuss and formulate development programs and projects that will be implemented. This research aims to identify and analyze the development of dimensions of stakeholder satisfaction regarding the implementation of Musrenbang in East Kutai Regency. The stakeholder satisfaction dimension includes various aspects that influence their perception and satisfaction with the Musrenbang process. This research uses qualitative methods with data collection techniques in the form of interviews, observation and document analysis. The research results show that the implementation of Musrenbang in East Kutai Regency has experienced positive developments in terms of participation and effectiveness. Stakeholders, including local governments, communities, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and the private sector, feel that they have a stronger voice in the development planning process. This is reflected in the increasingly high level of participation, where stakeholders feel more involved in preparing development plans. However, this research also reveals several challenges that are still faced in implementing Musrenbang. One of the main challenges is managing conflicts between various stakeholders who have different interests. This research uses a mixed quantitative and qualitative approach. Data collection methods are through surveys, interviews and FGD. Involving 150 respondents and 6 key informants from stakeholders and the community. In addition, this research highlights the importance of transparency and accountability in the Musrenbang process. Stakeholders emphasized the need for better access to information related to development plans, budgeting and project implementation. Thus, local governments need to increase transparency in the implementation of Musrenbang and ensure that the information is easily accessible to all parties. This research also provides recommendations for further development in the implementation of Musrenbang in East Kutai Regency. This recommendation includes efforts to increase stakeholder participation, strengthen conflict resolution mechanisms, and increase transparency in the development planning process. In conclusion, developing dimensions of stakeholder satisfaction regarding the implementation of Musrenbang in East Kutai Regency is a positive step in increasing participation and effectiveness of the development planning process. Factors influencing Musrembang tend to be participation and inclusiveness. So that methods for achieving dimensions of satisfaction can be found in this research.

Musrenbang, Satisfaction, Stakeholders, Community, Policy

Volume 06 Issue 11 November 2023

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